Agents that separate or loosen the horny layer of the epidermis are referred to as:
A. astringents
B. tar treatments
C. keratolytics
D. emollients
c
Rationale: Keratolytic agents are those that separate or loosen the horny layer of the epidermis. They are used to treat mild skin lesions.
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